Flarin Joint and Muscular Pain Relief capsules are a painkiller that can be used to treat a range of aches and pains. These easy-to-swallow capsules contain 200mg of the active ingredient ibuprofen which works to relieve pain and inflammation in the joints.

Swallow the capsules whole with a glass of water. Do NOT chew or crush. For adults, the elderly and children over the age of 12, take 1-2 capsules up to 3 times a day as required.

The active ingredient is: ibuprofen 200 mg.

The other ingredients are: Hard fat, glycerol monolinoleate, macrogol 400, gelatin, sorbitol, purified water, Brilliant blue (E133) and Allura red (E129) (may cause allergic reactions). Hard fat and glycerol monolinoleate are lipids. Ink ingredients: Titanium dioxide, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, hypromellose.

Like all medicines, Flarin can cause side effects, although not everybody will experience them. If you experience any of the following side effects or anything unusual – stop taking the medicine immediately and see your doctor or pharmacist. Stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

Pass blood in your faeces (poo) Pass black, tarry faeces.Vomit any blood or dark particles that look coffee grounds. Severe hypersensitivity reactions – signs could include swelling of the face, tongue and throat, causing difficulty in swallowing or breathing. Breathing problems/wheezing, shortness of breath, worsening of asthma, accelerated heart rate, low blood pressure, severe shock.

Severe forms of skin reactions including rash, itching, hives, redness, blistering and peeling of the skin Fluid retention, e.g swollen ankles – this could be sign of kidney problems Yellowing of the eyes and/or skin – this may be a sign of liver problems, Indigestion or heartburn, Abdominal pain (pains in your stomach) or other abnormal stomach symptoms, Problems in blood cell production – symptoms include tiredness and lethargy (lack of energy), shortness of breath, pale skin, fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, flu-like symptoms, unexplained bleeding and bruising.

See patient information leaflet for full list of possible side effects.

Do NOT take this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see ingredients tab for full list) or if you: Have had a worsening of asthma, allergic rash or itchy, runny nose when taking similar medicines Have or have had 2 or more occurrences of a stomach ulcer, perforation or bleeding Ever had stomach bleeding or a perforation due to NSAIDs Are already taking other drugs that belong the NSAID group of medicines Are taking aspirin at doses above 75mg daily Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy Suffer from severe heart, liver or kidney disease.

Seek advice from a doctor or  pharmacist BEFORE taking this product if you: Are elderly, as you may be more likely to suffer from side effects Have or have had asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, a stroke or problems with the heart, liver, kidney or bowels Are allergic to other painkillers Suffer from systemic lupus erythematosus (a chronic rheumatic disease). Suffer from an allergy Suffer from inflammation of the intestines Are on a low dose of aspirin (up to 75mg daily) Are a smoker Are in the first 6 months of pregnancy Are 12-18 years old and have not been drinking fluids or have reduced fluid levels due to continuous vomiting or diarrhoea, as there is a risk of kidney damage.

This product will have a expiry of 12 months or over.

Please store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach and sight of children.